Details:
* WHAT...Peak afternoon heat index values of 100 to 105 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, and west central Illinois. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Information:
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 or visit keepcool.illinois.gov for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the heat.
